The Optimist Creed

I like this creed from Optimist International. They are a volunteer organization that values all children and helps them develop to their full potential.

The aim to to set up Optimist Clubs all over the world which are dedicated to "Bringing Out the Best in Kids" and do their part through community service projects. Each Club is autonomous and run by members in their community, and so Optimists have the unique flexibility to serve the youth of their area in any way they see fit.

Optimist Clubs see a need in their community and react to it.

Here is the creed

The Optimist Creed

Promise Yourself ...
To be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind.
To talk health, happiness and prosperity to every person you meet.
To make all your friends feel that there is something in them.
To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true.
To think only of the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best.
To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own.
To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future.
To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature you meet a smile.
To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others.
To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear, and too happy to permit the presence of trouble.

Hope it helps ...